Go Back

Meatloaf Sandwiches, Bourbon Onions, BBQ Sauce

Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Sandwiches
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2/3 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1/4 cup sweet onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup Sir Kensington's Ketchup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
Bourbon Onions
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 3 sweet onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • salt and pepper to taste
BBQ Sauce
  • 2 cups Sir Kensington's Ketchup
  • 2 jalapeños diced
  • 1 Tablespoon BBQ 3000 seasoning from Penzey's
  • 2 Tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke

Method
 

Meatloaf Sandwiches
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Gently mix ground beef, garlic, bell pepper, onion and salt and pepper together until fully combined.
  3. Then, add panko and ketchup and gently mix until just combined.
  4. Carefully pack into a loaf pan. Bake in oven, uncovered for 40 minutes.
  5. Let cool on counter for several minutes and then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours but can chill overnight, covered.
  6. When ready to make sandwiches, remove loaf from pan and slice into thick pieces.
  7. Grill in pan for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until fully browned and desired crispness.
  8. Remove from pan and add to bread with BBQ sauce then top with cheese and caramelized onions.
Bourbon Onions
  1. Melt butter in pan. Add sliced onions to pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook onions for 6-8 minutes, until softened.
  2. Then add bourbon and cook down until fully caramelized, about 45 minutes. Stir every few minutes to make sure they don't stick together.
  3. Serve immediately or store in fridge for 3 days.
BBQ Sauce
  1. Add all ingredients into pot and stir to combine. Bring to a boil the simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Serve immediately warm or can keep in fridge for 3-5 days.